The Department of Biology, Behavioral Neuroscience, and Health Sciences in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Rider University is seeking candidates for a tenure-track position to support our expanding Health Sciences major.

The faculty member will be expected to:

Contribute to instruction and future development of the Health Sciences major.

The Rider University community is composed of faculty, staff and students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment supportive of the multicultural needs of Rider University and the surrounding community are highly desired.

Rider University has once again been included as one of the nation’s best universities by US News & World Report 2016 and remained in the top tier in the Regional Universities – North category at number 22. Additionally, The Princeton Review named Rider among its “Best 378 Colleges” in the nation. Both publications have ranked the University favorably in their respective surveys for more than a decade.

Please visit us at http://rider.peopleadmin.com/postings/4775 to apply for Position No. 312128. Applications should include a cover letter with statements of research interest and teaching proficiency, curriculum vitae, and three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam-era/disabled veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other non-job related criteria.

Successful candidates will have a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, or professional practice doctorate) in their field of study, a strong record of undergraduate education, as well as the ability to engage undergraduate students in an active scholarly research program. The ideal candidate will have a strong research background related to physical activity and exercise, professional experience in health and/or exercise sciences, and clinical (internship) placement experience.

Internal Number: 312128

About Rider University

Founded in 1865, Rider University welcomes students from throughout the region, across the nation, and around the world who seek to be challenged and supported as active members of our inclusive and vibrant living and learning community. Committed to student growth, transformation and leadership, we connect rigorous academic, artistic and professional programs of study with a rich array of learning experiences that engage students inside and outside the classroom. We prepare graduates to thrive professionally and to be lifelong independent learners and responsible citizens who embrace diversity, support the common good, and contribute meaningfully to the changing world in which they live and work.